Contrato indefinido en biología evolutiva en Portugal (3.576€/mes)

Assistant Researcher en genética, genómica funcional y biología evolutiva - CIBIO/BIOPOLIS, Vairão, Portugal - Contrato indefinido - 3.576€/mes - Deadline 3 agosto 2026

Location: Vairão, Portugal

Organization: BIOPOLIS Association / CIBIO – Research Center in Biodiversity and Genetic Resources, InBIO Associate Laboratory

Contract Type: Permanent contract (Assistant Researcher)

Main Description:
CIBIO is seeking an Assistant Researcher to carry out scientific research activities under a permanent contract. The successful candidate will participate in the design, development and execution of R&D projects, supervise research work, contribute to scientific training, and manage research staff. The position has a strong emphasis on genetics, functional genomics, and evolutionary and developmental biology, with a focus on non-model vertebrates.

Requirements:

• PhD in Biological Sciences or related field, obtained at least 5 years ago
• 5+ years of postdoctoral experience with an independent and consolidated research track record in genetics, functional genomics, and evolutionary and developmental biology
• Demonstrated expertise in genetic and cellular mechanisms of biological pattern formation, morphogenesis, and phenotypic diversification in vertebrates
• Experience with non-model systems and emerging genomic technologies (scRNA-seq, scATAC-seq, bulk RNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, Hi-C, etc.)
• Proficiency in both experimental and computational approaches to integrative functional genetics and genomics
• Experience in advanced training (supervision of master's and doctoral students)
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary studies and act as corresponding author

Benefits/Conditions:

• Monthly salary: €3,576.56 (index 195, Decree-Law 124/99)
• Permanent contract
• Portuguese social security coverage
• Possibility of travel within Portugal and abroad

How to Apply:
Submit your application online at CIBIO Jobs Portal. All documents must be submitted in PDF format and include:

• Copy of PhD certificate/diploma
• Detailed curriculum vitae
• 4-year work plan with a specific structure (background, research plan and methods, expected outcomes, references)
• Motivation letter
• Any other relevant documents

Deadline: 3 August 2026, 09:00 (CET)

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PhD y máster en filogeografía y biodiversidad en los Apalaches

M.S. y Ph.D. en Biología Evolutiva, Filogeografía y Ciencia de la Biodiversidad - Universidad de Mississippi, Garrick Lab - Financiación disponible - Deadline 15 enero 2027

Location: Mississippi, United States

Organization: University of Mississippi, Department of Biology, Garrick Lab

Contract Type: M.S. and Ph.D. graduate positions (funding available)

Main Description:
The Garrick Lab is recruiting M.S. and Ph.D. students in evolutionary biology, phylogeography, and biodiversity science. Students will develop independent projects investigating the processes that shape patterns of genetic diversity, endemism, and species distributions across the Southern Appalachian Mountains and Interior Highlands. The lab integrates field sampling, molecular genetics, genomics, spatial analyses, and computational modeling to address questions at the intersection of evolution, biogeography, and biodiversity science.

Requirements:

• Strong interest in evolutionary biology, phylogeography, and/or biodiversity science
• Experience with forest-associated saproxylic arthropods (insects associated with dead wood) is preferred, but other compatible taxa will be considered

Benefits/Conditions:
Funding is available for graduate students. Specific funding opportunities can be discussed directly with the PI.

How to Apply:
Interested applicants should contact Ryan Garrick at rgarrick[at]olemiss.edu to discuss potential projects and funding opportunities before applying. Applications are submitted through the graduate program portal: https://olemiss.edu/biology/graduateprograms

Deadline: January 15, 2027

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Postdoc en genómica poblacional y evolución adaptativa en Drosophila (University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA)

Postdoc en genómica poblacional y evolución adaptativa en Drosophila - University of Wisconsin-Madison, Pool Lab, USA - Salario NIH - Deadline 7 julio 2026

Location: Madison, Wisconsin, USA

Organization: University of Wisconsin - Madison, Pool Lab

Contract Type: Postdoctoral Researcher

Main Description:
The Pool Lab at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in population genomics and genetics of adaptive evolution. The position focuses on local adaptation, reproductive isolation, and Drosophila melanogaster research. Projects include:

• Population genetic simulations
• Admixture and introgression analysis
• Multi-omic data investigation
• Genomic resource development

Requirements:

• PhD in genetics, evolutionary biology, or a related field
• Research interests aligned with population genomics, evolutionary genetics, or Drosophila genomics

Benefits/Conditions:

• Salary follows NIH scale
• Individual or family health insurance
• Flexible start dates
• Access to extensive research community and computational resources

How to Apply:
Send a statement of research interests (up to 1 page), CV, and contact information for 3 references to jpool@wisc.edu. Deadline: 7 July 2026.

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8 contratos de 3 años para hacer el doctoradoen biología evolutiva, genómica y ecología marina en Alaska (EE.UU.)

8 posiciones de doctorado - Programa EMERGE Alaska (NSF) - Universidad de Alaska Fairbanks, EE.UU. - 3 años de financiación completa - Deadline 15 septiembre 2026

Location: Fairbanks, Alaska, USA

Organization: University of Alaska Fairbanks, College of Fisheries and Ocean Sciences

Contract Type: PhD (3 years, full funding)

Main Description:
The EMERGE Alaska Program, funded by the NSF, is recruiting 8 PhD students across research areas in evolutionary biology, including phylogenomics, population genomics, eDNA, and ichthyology, working with fish, birds, invertebrates, and marine mammals.

Requirements:

• US citizens, nationals, or permanent residents (green card holders) only
• Must have received an Honorable Mention in the NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program within the last 3 years (2023 or later)
• Must contact a prospective faculty advisor before submitting an application

Benefits/Conditions:

• 3 years of full support including salary/stipend, health insurance, and fees covered

How to Apply:
Identify and contact a prospective faculty advisor, then apply through the NSF ETAP website. For questions, contact Dr. Jessica Glass at jrglass@alaska.edu.

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Estudia genómica evolutiva de venenos en Florida

PhD en genómica evolutiva de sistemas de veneno - Universidad de South Florida, Margres Lab, Tampa, Florida, USA - Financiado por NSF

Location: Tampa, Florida, USA

Organization: University of South Florida, Margres Lab

Contract Type: PhD (NSF-funded graduate position)

Main Description:
The Margres Lab at the University of South Florida is seeking graduate students for NSF-funded positions focused on the study of convergent evolution in venom systems. The research integrates fieldwork, multi-omics approaches, and bioinformatics to investigate the evolutionary genomics of venom. The positions involve collaboration with Florida State University.

Requirements:

• Background in genomics and/or bioinformatics
• Experience or familiarity with R, Linux/Unix, computing clusters, and bioinformatics tools
• Laboratory skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Independent learner with a strong work ethic

Benefits/Conditions:
Positions are funded by the NSF 

How to Apply:
Contact Dr. Margres directly at margres@usf.edu with the following:

• CV
• Statement of interest
• Contact information for three references

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Postdoc en filogenómica de solanáceas (Natural History Museum, Londres, UK)

Postdoctoral Researcher en filogenia y biogeografía de Solanum (Solanaceae) - Natural History Museum, Londres, Reino Unido - £43,645/año - Con patrocinio de visado

Location: Natural History Museum, South Kensington, London, United Kingdom

Organization: Natural History Museum, London

Contract Type: Postdoctoral Research Position

Main Description:
Postdoctoral researcher position to study the phylogeny and biogeography of the genus Solanum (Solanaceae) with emphasis on phylogenomic and morphological analyses. The successful candidate will work with DNA sequence data and herbarium specimens, focusing on spiny solanums from Australia or the Americas.

Requirements:

• PhD in botany or equivalent field
• Experience analyzing large phylogenomic datasets
• Experience working in herbaria with plant specimens
• Good publication record
• Ability to work independently and as part of a dispersed international team
• Experience with field work collecting plants

Benefits/Conditions:

• Salary: £43,645 per year
• 27.5 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
• Natural History Museum Pension Scheme (employer contribution 4-10%)
• Season ticket, bicycle and rental deposit loans
• Life assurance
• Free admission to exhibitions
• Museum shop discounts
• Professional development opportunities
• Civil Service Sports Council membership
• Access to gym and sports clubs
• Visa sponsorship available if required

How to Apply:
Apply online at https://jobs.nhm.ac.uk/Job/JobDetail?JobId=770

The Museum can sponsor visa applications if necessary. For queries about sponsorship, contact hrteam@nhm.ac.uk

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Trabaja como "lab manager" en el Laboratorio de Biodiversidad de Plantas de la TUM (Múnich)

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The Plant Biodiversity lab at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) is hiring a full-time lab manager for plant phylogenetic and phylogenomic research. The position is initially for two years but can be made permanent if performance is satisfying.

Our primary study systems are the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae) and the flora of the Azores archipelago in the North Atlantic, where we study speciation processes. See more details on our webpage.

Responsibilities include:

• DNA extraction
• from field and herbarium samples, PCR, sequencing (Sanger, Illumina, Nanopore). 
• Ordering supplies, managing the lab and maintaining equipment.
• Training and helping undergraduate and graduate students in the lab. 
• Lab safety management. 
• Help with herbarium management (TUM herbarium is small, with c. 100.000 specimens). 
• Participating in lab meetings and seminars when appropriate. 
• Participation in field work and collecting trips is optional.

We look for an independent and focused person with problem-solving skills and genuine interest in research. The preferred candidate should have a B.S. or higher degree in Biology or demonstrated experience as lab manager or lab technician. The applicant should be a team player, fluent in English, and have a good working knowledge of molecular biology, and genetics, as well as basic computer skills.

If interested, please contact Hanno Schaefer (hanno.schaefer@tum.de) and include a CV and a short statement of research interests and experience in a single pdf (max. size 1 MB). Informal inquiries are also welcome. The salary level is TV-L E8, which currently corresponds to 2.866 - 3.535 € per month (before taxes) depending on experience level.

Applications will be accepted until March 10, 2023, review of applications will begin immediately.

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¿Buscas doctorado? Echa un vistazo a estos temas en evolución de aves (coloración, genómica, filogeografía, etc.)

Oferta compartida por Nuria

Multiple Ph.D. positions are available in the Weir Lab (http://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~jweir/) in the department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (https://eeb.utoronto.ca/education/graduate/) at the Scarborough campus of University of Toronto (https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/biosci/). Our lab uses genomic, morphological and behavioural data to address how speciation occurs in tropical and temperate regions, with a special focus on birds.

Possible PhD projects available include:

1. Genomic analyses of avian hybrid zones in Amazonian and Canadian birds.
2. Conservation genomics and phylogeography of New Zealand kiwi (using our dataset of 55 kiwi genomes).
3. Comparative phylogeography and population genomics across multiple co-distributed avian species complexes to better understand biogeographic drivers of diversification in boreal and Amazonian regions.
4. Analyses of rates of avian colour and song evolution across latitudinal gradients.

The positions would begin in September 2023 and could involve field work (collecting genetic samples in the Amazon of Peru, Brazil, and Canada), lab work (generating genetic data sets using next generation sequencing methods that sample broadly across the genome), and bioinformatic analyses (mining genomic data).

In addition, students can pursue graduate projects in any of the key research areas of the lab and exceptional students may wish to pursue their own projects.

If interested, please send Jason Weir (jason.weir at utoronto.ca) a statement of interest, a CV and an electronic copy of your transcripts. External sources of funding (e.g. fellowships) are generally required for international students (many Latin American countries as well as the EU offer these).

The Weir Lab has fostered a highly diverse group of personnel and seeks to continue to offer a safe place for members of the First Nations, Black, LGBT, and other minority communities.

Example publications from the Weir Lab (PDF's available at https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/~jweir):
AMAZONIAN SPECIATION
Barrera-Guzman, A.O., A. Aleixo, F. Maya, S. Dantas, & J. T. Weir. 2022. Gene flow, genomic homogenization and the timeline to speciation in Amazonian manakins. Mol. Ecol. 31:4050-4066.
Barrera-Guzman, A.O., A. Aleixo, M.D. Shawkey, J.T. Weir. 2018. Hybrid speciation leads to novel male secondary sexual ornamentation of an Amazonian bird. PNAS. 115: E218-E225.
BIOGEOGRAPHY:
Bemmels, J.B., O. Haddrath, R.M. Colbourne, H.A. Robertson, J.T. Weir. 2022. Legacy of supervolcanic eruptions on population genetic structure of brown kiwi. Current Biology.32:1-9 

Weir, J. W., O. Haddrath, H. A. Robertson, R. M. Colbourne, A. J. Baker. 2016. Explosive ice age diversification in kiwi. PNAS. 113:E5580-E5587.
CONSERVATION GENETICS:
Bemmels, J.B., E.K. Mikkelsen, O. Haddrath, R.M. Colbourne, H.A. Robertson, J.T. Weir. 2021. Demographic decline and lineage-specific adaptations characterize New Zealand kiwi. Proc. R. Soc. B. 288: 20212362.
TRAIT EVOLUTION:
Anderson, S.A.S. & J.T. Weir. 2021. Character displacement drives trait divergence in a continental fauna. PNAS. 118:e2021209118

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Contrato de dos años como asistente de investigación en biodiversidad de anfibios y reptiles de Melanesia 🐢🐍🦎🐸

Oferta compartida por Nuria

Western Melanesia (including New Guinea) sits at the crossroads of Asia and Australia and is one of the most interesting, puzzling, and understudied hyper diverse regions on Earth. Clarifying how tectonic movements have sundered or joined different Melanesian landforms in the past several million years is key to understanding the origins of this biotic diversity. The Research Assistant will generate data to help us investigate how the diversity and evolutionary history of the five major geological landforms that comprise most of western Melanesia have impacted evolution of that region's biota and to identify those ancient insular landmasses critical in the origin of lineages that colonised and radiated across New Guinea, Australia, and/or insular Asia. The project will use herpetofauna (reptiles and amphibians) to address these evolutionary questions. The research will help to replace the outdated, unidirectional "out-of-New-Guinea" model for origins of Pacific biodiversity with a more dynamic and nuanced understanding that ancient, yet under-appreciated, land areas in Melanesia have long been important in shaping biotic evolution in the broader region. The project will use a combination of traditional sequencing methods alongside ultra-conserved elements from fresh and historic museum samples (aka archival DNA) and analyse these data with respect to new geological models to be generated by a project partner.

We are seeking to appoint a research assistant to help study the Origins of Western Melanesian Diversity on a 24 month, fixed-term contract. This project is funded by a joint NERC-NSF grant to Dr Simon Maddock (University of Wolverhampton, UK) and Dr Fred Kraus (University of Michigan, USA). The position will be based in the School of Sciences at the University of Wolverhampton, UK. You will possess the skills and knowledge to generate high-quality molecular sequence data.

You will have completed an MSc in biological sciences or an equivalent subject and have experience of molecular and phylogenetic methods. You will be responsible for generating sequence data (Sanger and sequence capture), analysing data, co-supervising lab work by undergraduate and postgraduate students, and, if interested, disseminating research. Good communication and organisational skills are essential attributes.

For more details and to apply please see https://jobs.wlv.ac.uk/vacancy/research-assistant-in-herpetological-genomics-496360.html

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Simon Maddock (s.maddock@wlv.ac.uk).

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Postdoc o doctorado estudiando jerbillos del Sáhara

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Phylogenomics and evolution of speciose desert rodents (genera: Gerbillus)

We are looking for an enthusiastic student / researcher to join project and expeditions to the Sahara to collect data and accomplish research / PhD thesis. The selected candidate will apply with the team for an independent research position / PhD scholarship. Several financing opportunities exist within the supervisor team institutions (see below).

Ongoing climate change, and extreme weather events, raised concern for species survival throughout the world. Some organisms have long coped with those problems, by adapting to new conditions and seeking shelter in suitable patchy areas. Therefore a promising approach to predict the future of the species is to first reconstruct its evolutionary past. North Africa has been exposed to frequent, and repeated, climatic oscillations. Therefore, the Sahara desert can serve as a laboratory to study how species respond to climate change and extreme conditions. We study speciose Gerbillus rodents (estimated > 50 species) that inhabit arid habitats and deserts. Due to remoteness of the area evolutionary history and ecology of Saharan inhabitants has been rarely studied. Our previous research showed high cryptic diversity within Gerbillus rodents, and suggested ecological processes involved in diversification.

With field work in remote and distinct geographic locations, expected to host endemic and rare lineages and species, and sequencing of historical museum samples, this project aims in reconstructing phylogenetic history (phylogenomics) to study biogeography and mechanisms of diversification in harsh and fluctuating desert conditions.

Application:
Send (1) a short letter of interest (1 page), (2) CV (1-3 pages) and (3) list of publications (all integrated in one pdf file) to: boratyns@cibio.up.pt

Team:

• Zbyszek Boratyński (boratyns@cibio.up.pt, https://boratyns.wixsite.com/zbyszek), BIOPOLIS, CIBIO/InBio, Research Center in Biodiversity & Genetic Resources, University of Porto, Portugal
• Molly McDonough (mollymcdonough@gmail.com, https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Molly-Mcdonough-2), Chicago State University, Field Museum of Natural History and National Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian Institution, USA
• Josef Bryja (bryja@ivb.cz, https://www.ivb.cz/en/person/josef-bryja/), Institute of Vertebrate Biology, Czech Academy of Sciences, Department of Botany and Zoology, Faculty of Science, Masaryk University, Czech Republic

Financing opportunities:
Fellowship / contract through FCT foundation: https://www.fct.pt/ 

PhD scholarship at the Masaryk University (Brno, Czech Republic):
https://www.muni.cz/en
PhD Biodiv studentship: https://www.biodiv.pt/en/

References:
Bryja et al. 2022. Rodents of the Afar Triangle (Ethiopia): geographical isolation causes high level of endemism. Biodivers Conserv, 10.1007/s10531-022-02354-4
Boratyński et al. 2017. Repeated evolution of camouflage in speciose desert rodents. Sci Rep, 10.1038/s41598-017-03444-y
Ndiaye et al. 2016. Evolutionary systematics and biogeography of the arid habitat‐adapted rodent genus Gerbillus (Rodentia, Muridae): a mostly Plio‐Pleistocene African history. J Zoolog Syst Evol, 10.1111/jzs.12143
Ndiaye et al. 2016. Taxonomic hypotheses regarding the genus Gerbillus (Rodentia, Muridae, Gerbillinae) based on molecular analyses of museum specimens. ZooKeys, 10.3897/zookeys.566.7317

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Pasa 3 meses trabajando con aves esteparias en EAU

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Short term contract (3 months), Steppe Bird Phylogenomics 

We are looking for a highly motivated candidate to join our Conservation Genetics team to develop pilot phylogenomic datasets for certain clades of African/Asian steppe birds of conservation concern. The position is ideally suited for an early career scientist contemplating further graduate study in conservation genomics/evolutionary biology, especially those interested in improving their knowledge of wet lab and bioinformatics methodologies that result in the generation of genome-wide phylogenomic markers using multiple reduced-representation approaches.

The ideal candidate has passion and curiosity for arid land birds, avian conservation, and/or the biogeography of steppe ecosystems. Prior experience with next-generation sequencing methodologies, systematic biology, and basic bioinformatics is a plus. The position is contemplated for someone with Master's level experience, but qualified applicants with undergraduate (Bsc.) degrees are encouraged to apply. 

The goal of short term contract positions in the Conservation Genetics teams is to generate pilot data/proof of concept for emerging research in biodiversity genomics in the Middle East/North Africa (MENA) region with the goal of creating promising new research areas for our group; as such, some successful projects may have the possibility of becoming converted into funded graduate student projects, as funding allows. 

This is a three-month position based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, starting around 10 March 2022. The incumbent will receive round trip transportation to Abu Dhabi, room and board at the National Avian Research Center (NARC), as well as a monthly stipend. The intern will join a growing, international team of conservation genomicists and ecologists. The future employee will work in a brand new, state of the art, conservation genomics laboratory located at the NARC under the close supervision of the laboratory head.

Reneco is a multi-national and highly multi-cultural institution, and we cherish diversity and promote tolerance. We encourage early career researchers, especially from under-represented groups to apply.

Further information on RENECO research activities can be found at:
https://www.researchgate.net/institution/Reneco_International_Wildlife_Consultants

Interested candidate can apply/inquire at join-us@reneco.org
Application materials should include a cover letter describing your interest in the position and qualifications, a CV, and the names and contact information for at least two references.

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Puesto de bioinformático en un proyecto de filogenómica en el IBE (Barcelona)

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The Metazoa Phylogenomics Lab at the Institute of Evolutionary Biology (IBE) is seeking to hire a Bioinformatician/Computational Biologist.

About IBE:

The Institute of Evolutionary Biology (IBE) was founded in 2008 as a joint Institute of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the Pompeu Fabra University (UPF). It is located in Barcelona (Spain), in front of the Mediterranean.

The mission of the IBE is to address biodiversity studies describing functional and evolutionary genomics at all levels of observation: molecular, biochemical, physiological, and morphological. The IBE is the only research center in Catalonia and Spain which completely devotes its research to evolutionary biology, and it is currently a reference in Southern Europe. Nowadays, IBE activity involves more than 130 people and 24 research groups distributed in 5 scientific programs related to Evolutionary Biology research. Our employees enjoy access to state-of-the-art technology and a diverse range of specialist training opportunities, including support for leadership and management.

About the Metazoa Phylogenomics Lab:

The overarching goal of the lab is to understand how animals reshape their genomes to generate their vast diversity and to adapt to the different environments. For that, we generate and interrogate genomic and transcriptomic data through the lens of phylogenomics. Our favorite creatures are arthropods and annelids, but our interest often transcends the level of phylum to understand animal genome evolution at a macroevolutionary scale. We are committed to maintaining a respectful, inclusive, and friendly working environment for all staff and students, as well as promoting your personal and career development.

Rosa Fernández joined IBE as a Group Leader in January 2020, so this is a chance to help build a lab from the ground up and contribute your knowledge and passion to the group and its culture. The lab is a part of the Animal Biodiversity and Evolution Program at IBE. This position is funded by an ERC Starting Grant to understand the genomic basis of terrestrialization across animals.

About the role:

• Lead efforts in the lab to develop methods and resources for non-model organisms, and use these resources and pipelines to address novel questions in genome assembly and annotation, phylogenomics and comparative genomics.
• Work closely with the other team members to advise and help on analysis of sequencing data and other biological 'big data'.
• Manage the computational resources of the lab, including data storage, computing resources and databases.

About you:

• PhD in evolutionary biology, computational biology, bioinformatics or a related field, or a Masters degree with at least 3 years of experience with bioinformatics methods.
• Excellent programming skills in languages commonly used in bioinformatics (such as Python or R). 
• Fluency with Linux shell scripting and high performance computing.
• Strong background in computational and evolutionary biology.
• High motivation and efficiency; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in English (oral and written).

Additional information:

Application deadline: 20th December 2020
Contract: Full-time, 12 months (with possibility of yearly renewal up to 5 years)
Location: Institute of Evolutionary Biology (CSIC-UPF), Barcelona, Spain
Starting date: March 2021

The position is available for 12 months, with the possibility of further renewal for several consecutive years. Starting date is expected in March 2021 or as soon as possible afterwards.

Interviews will be held in early January either in person or via video conference depending on travel  needs and current restrictions; no particular preference will be given to candidates who are able
to interview in person. We are committed to diversity and especially encourage women and members of underrepresented communities to apply.

If you are interested in the position, please send your CV and motivation letter to this link: https://forms.gle/SvZR4VWUdAFJquwj9

IMPORTANT: Please name your documents as follows: ‘CV_your_name.pdf’ and ‘Motivation_letter_your_name.pdf’

Questions? Feel free to contact Rosa Fernandez (rmfernandezgarcia00@gmail.com).

More information about her lab here

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Asistente de investigación para un laboratorio filogenómico en Barcelona

Application deadline: 15th November 2020
Reference: Research Assistant Position

Contract: Full-time, 12 months (possibility of yearly renewal)

Location: Institute of Evolutionary Biology (CSIC-UPF), Barcelona, Spain.

Starting date: January 2021

The Metazoa Phylogenomics Lab at the Institute of Evolutionary Biology
(IBE) is seeking to hire a Research Assistant.

About IBE:

The Institute of Evolutionary Biology (IBE) was founded in 2008 as a joint
Institute of the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the Pompeu
Fabra University (UPF). It is located in Barcelona (Spain), in front of the
Mediterranean.

The mission of the IBE is to address biodiversity studies describing
functional and evolutionary genomics at all levels of observation:
molecular, biochemical, physiological, and morphological. The IBE is the
only research center in Catalonia and Spain which completely devotes its
research to evolutionary biology, and it is currently a reference in
Southern Europe. Nowadays, IBE activity involves more than 130 people and
23 research groups distributed in 5 scientific programs related to
Evolutionary Biology research. Our employees enjoy access to
state-of-the-art technology and a diverse range of specialist training
opportunities, including support for leadership and management.

About the Metazoa Phylogenomics Lab:

The overarching goal of the lab is to understand how animals reshape their
genomes to generate their vast diversity and to adapt to the different
environments. For that, we generate and interrogate genomic and
transcriptomic data through the lens of phylogenomics and comparative
genomics. Our favorite creatures are arthropods and annelids, but our
interest often transcends the level of phylum to understand animal genome
evolution at a macroevolutionary scale. We are committed to maintaining a
respectful, inclusive, and friendly working environment for all staff and
students, as well as promoting your personal and career development.

Rosa Fern芍ndez joined IBE as a Group Leader in January 2020, so this is a
chance to help build a lab from the ground up and contribute your knowledge
and passion to the group and its culture. The lab is a part of the Animal
Biodiversity and Evolution Program at IBE. We are currently funded by the
Spanish Ministry of Science and by an ERC Starting Grant to understand the
genomic basis of terrestrialization across animals.

About the role:

As a Research Assistant, your role will be to manage the lab's day to day
affairs, including managing a wet molecular lab. You will be in charge of
the wet lab organization and experiments, which will include DNA/RNA
extractions, library preparation and sequencing (Illumina and Nanopore),
and managing bacterial cultures (for the protein engineering experiments).
You will be in charge of contacting vendors and placing orders and help the
PI with grant administration (ie, help process invoices, etc.). You may be
asked to supervise and mentor others in the lab with experiments and tasks,
including postdoctoral researchers and PhD students. Depending on your
project involvement, you may also be asked to help prepare or edit
manuscripts (for which you would receive authorship credit where
appropriate) and talks for presentations.

The ideal candidate:

The ideal candidate will have at least a BSc (undergraduate) degree in life
sciences with wet lab experience. A Master's or PhD in life sciences or
equivalent experience is desirable. You will have experience with molecular
biology and genetics techniques (ideally including DNA and RNA extraction,
library preparation for genome/transcriptome sequencing, Nanopore
sequencing, and bacterial cultures), strong record-keeping skills (e.g. lab
notebook, collections maintenance, data storage and organisation) and a
strong command of written and spoken English. You'll also be comfortable
maintaining the lab on a day to day basis, including developing standard
operating procedures, ordering and maintaining laboratory supplies,
managing and disposing of chemical inventory safely.

You will be comfortable working both independently and as a member of
a larger team, as well as having good time management, attention to detail,
and prioritisation skills. You'll be comfortable collaborating with
international and local colleagues from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
You will be able to travel locally and internationally for e.g.
collaborations or meetings.

Additional information:

The position is available for 12 months, with the possibility of further
renewal for several consecutive years. Starting date is expected in January
2021 or as soon as possible afterwards.

Interviews will be held in Late November/early December either in person or
via video conference depending on travel needs and current restrictions; no
particular preference will be given to candidates who are able to interview
in person.

If you are interested in the position, send your CV and motivation letter
to rmfernandezgarcia00@gmail.com with the subject ＆Research Assistant
Position＊.

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Postdoc filogenómico en el Museo de Historia Natural de Estocolmo

Postdoctoral position in phylogenomics

A two-year postdoctoral position is available in the Department of
Zoology, Swedish Museum of Natural History, Stockholm. The position is
supervised by Prof. Ulf Jondelius, as a part of the project "Evolution
of Xenacoelomorpha, an ancient animal group " funded by the Swedish
Reseach Council. The goal of this project is to perform an analysis of
phylogeny, evolutionary rates and gene content of the marine animal group
Xenacoelomorpha using transcriptomic and genomic data. The successful
candidate will manage and analyse transcriptome and genome sequencing
data, perform phylogenomic analyses and write papers. There will be
opportunities to participate in undergraduate teaching and supervision
of students.

Qualifications
Postdoctoral positions are appointed primarily for purposes of
research. Applicants are expected to hold a Swedish doctoral degree
or an equivalent degree from another country. The degree should
have been completed no more than three years before the deadline
for applications. In the appointment process, special attention
will be given to research skills. We are looking for candidates with
primarily dry-lab skills in the fields of genomics, transcriptomics
and phylogenomics including experience with managing, processing and
analysing next-generation sequencing data. Specific experience with
metazoan evolution and microscopic invertebrates constitutes an advantage,
but is not strictly necessary. The candidate must be highly motivated,
creatively thinking with a collaborative attitude, have strong writing
skills and a record of high-quality scientific publications. Excellent
English language skills both written and spoken, are a requisite.

Terms of employment
The position involves full-time employment for a maximum of two years,
Start date 2020-08-01 or as per agreement. The Swedish Museum of Natural
History strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with
equal opportunities for all.

Application deadline 1 May 2020

Informal queries may be directed to ulf.jondelius@nrm.se

FURTHER INFORMATION AND HOW TO APPLY (in English):
https://www.nrm.se/en/ommuseet/jobbahososs/ledigatjanster.9005019.html

Ulf Jondelius, PhD
Professor of Invertebrate Zoology, Swedish Museum of Natural History
Box 50007
SE-104 05 Stockholm, Sweden

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Oferta de doctorado en filogenómica en Brasil

The Zoology Department of the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR)
at Curitiba, Brazil, is looking for highly motivated PhD candidates to work
on a project focusing on phylogenomics of metazoans. Candidates must
understand written and spoken Portuguese, but fluency is not required.
Students from Latin America and Lusophone Africa are strongly encouraged to
apply. Funding is guaranteed for 4 years, starting on August 2019.

Curitiba is a beautiful, multicultural city that ranks consistently among
the top ten cities to live in Brazil. Surrounded by lush Atlantic Forest,
it enjoys easy access to an international airport and it is linked by major
highways to the scenic beaches of Paraná and Santa Catarina states. UFPR is
a centenary institution and one of the top Brazilian research universities.

For application details, please contact Dr. Marcos Barbeitos (msbarbeitos
at gmail.com).

--
Marcos S. Barbeitos

Departamento de Zoologia - Sala 360
Setor de Ciências Biológicas
Universidade Federal do Paraná
Caixa Postal 19020
Curitiba, PR 81531-990
Brazil

Phone: (55 41) 3361-1634

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Oferta de doctorado en Australia en biologia evolutiva

Project description:
We are looking for a talented PhD student to develop methods for real-time analysis of bacterial and viral outbreaks. The project will be part of a larger effort with international collaborators in the UK and USA that aims to develop methods that efficiently and accurately analyse data streams being generated by laboratories around the world. The project will provide the student experience in statistical modeling, programming, bioinformatics, and evolutionary biology.

Requirements:
Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in bioinformatics, computer science,
statistics, engineering or a related quantitative field.

Knowledge and skills to be developed:
Bayesian statistics
Phylogenetics and evolutionary biology
Software development in R, Python, Java, C or C++
Production software engineering
Linux command-line, HPC and cloud computing
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Project supervisors:
Professor Aaron Darling and Dr. Mathieu Fourment

Research environment:
This role is within the ithree institute in the Faculty of Science, one
of the largest faculties at UTS, which is Australia's top ranked young
university, with a particular focus on research translation. The ithree
institute brings together a team of scientists with diverse skill sets
who collectively address key challenges in the understanding and control
of infectious diseases in humans and animals.

Commencement date:
Domestic applicants would be expected to commence studies in the Spring
2019 or Autumn 2020 terms (Closing dates April 30 2019 and September
30 2019). International applicants would be expected to commence studies
in the Autumn 2020 terms (Closing date June 30 2019).

Contact:
Informal enquiries can be sent to aaron.darling@uts.edu.au or
mathieu.fourment@uts.edu.au --

Dr. Mathieu Fourment
ithree institute
University of Technology Sydney
mathieu.fourment@uts.edu.au

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Oferta de doctorado sobre filogenética y filogeografía de petreles (Francia)

Open position: PhD fellowship on the phylogenetics & phylogeography of petrels

[application deadline: May 25, 2018]

Context:

The phylogeography of many seabird species remains poorly known. They are highly mobile organisms supposedly free from geographical barriers to dispersal, which should theoretically prevent population differentiation through isolation. However, population differentiation within a species can be significant despite high mobility (Friesen et al. 2007). Many species of seabirds are highly philopatric, partially or completely removing the effects of dispersion. Petrels (family Procellariidae) are among those species. Despite a large number ecological studies on petrels, little is known of their phylogenetic relationships and their phylogeography, and many taxonomic issues are yet to be resolved.

The overall objective of the proposed project is to study the phylogenetic and phylogeographic characteristics of the Procellariidae to better describe their current distribution, and attempt to characterize the population differentiation processes that took place among species in this family. From a large collection of field and museum samples (genetic samples of nearly 4,000 individuals from 44 different species; morphological data from 12,000 museum specimens already available) and behavioral data (vocalization data for most species), the aim of this PhD project will be to improve our understanding of procellariid evolution and biogeography by selecting a few emblematic case studies (eg. Speciation radiation in the genus Pterodroma; species complex or super species in either Pterodroma or Puffinus) and by expanding already available data sets. For instance, whether retained ancestral genetic variation is masking contemporary barriers to gene flow, and how past population bottleneck contribute to contemporary genetic structure, could be evaluated using coalescent-based methods. This work will be strongly anchored in conservation biology, since half of the petrel species are currently threatened.

Reference:

• Friesen VL, Burg TM, McCoy KD (2007) Mechanisms of population differentiation in seabirds. Molecular Ecology 16(9):1765-1785 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-294X.2006.03197.x

A few relevant papers from our labs:

• Gangloff B, Shirihai H, Watling D, Cruaud C, Couloux A, Tillier A, Pasquet E, Bretagnolle V (2012) The complete phylogeny of Pseudobulweria, the most endangered seabird genus: systematics, species status and conservation implications. Conservation Genetics 13(1): 39-52. doi 10.1007/s10592-011-0261-6
• Gangloff B, Zino F, Shirihai H, González-Solís J, Couloux A, Pasquet E, Bretagnolle V. (2013) The evolution of north-east Atlantic gadfly petrels using statistical phylogeography. Molecular Ecology 22(2):495-507. doi: 10.1111/mec.12119
• Genovart, M., Thibault, JC, Igual, JM, Bauza-Ribot, M., Rabouam, C & Bretagnolle, V. (2013). Population Structure and Dispersal Patterns within and between Atlantic and Mediterranean Populations of a Large-Range Pelagic Seabird. PLOS ONE 8, e70711
• Pante E*, Puillandre N*, Viricel A*, Arnaud-Haond S, Aurelle D, Castelin M, Chenuil A, Destombe C, Forcioli D, Valero M, Viard F, Samadi S (2015) Species are hypotheses: avoid connectivity assessments based on pillars of sand. Molecular Ecology 24(3): 525-544 (∗ contributed equally) doi: 10.1111/mec.13048

About the PhD co-advisors: 

V. Bretagnolle’s lab profile  | Scholar profile ; E. Pante’s lab profile | Scholar profile

About the Chizé Research Center and the University of La Rochelle:

The successful applicant with work with Vincent Bretagnolle at the “Centre d’Etudes Biologiques de Chizé” (CEBC) and Eric Pante at the “Littoral, Environnement et Sociétés” laboratory (LIENSs). The CEBC is a dynamic research environment focusing on the ecology of wild animals in their natural habitat; LIENSs is a one-of-a-kind multi-disciplinary lab which researchers (biologists, chemists, geologists, historians…) interact to better understand the littoral environment. Both are research units of the University of La Rochelle and the CNRS. For more information:

University of La Rochelle | CEBC | LIENSs

 Applicants should have:

• a masters degree in a relevant field
• experience with phylogenetics and phylogeography, and excellent background knowledge in evolutionary biology below, at, and above the species level
• experience with molecular laboratory techniques
• molecular work on museum samples will be a must
• experience with NGS will be a must

We are looking for a highly motivated individual eager to work in a group setting, but capable of autonomous work. The envisioned project will make use of a unique collection of rare Petrel tissue samples, and we are therefore looking for someone skilled in the lab, tenacious, and able to trouble-shoot problems with museum samples.

How to apply:

Please send, as requested by the Graduate School at the University of La Rochelle:

1. a filled and signed Graduate School Application form,
2. a one-page cover letter specifying your professional goals,
3. a CV with your publication record, a list of skills relevant to the project, and contact information for two academic references,
4. a description of the training you obtained while a masters student, particularly in research (include key results; one page max),
5. Diploma and transcripts from your Masters (diplôme et notes M1 et M2)
6. a copy of your masters thesis and peer-reviewed publication(s) if you have any.

One or two letters of recommendation (one of which from your masters advisor) may be sent directly to us. Please send your application before May 25, 2018 to Eric Pante (pante[dot]eric-at-gmail[dot]com) and Vincent Bretagnolle (breta-at-cebc[dot]cnrs[dot]fr). Please contact us shall you have any question about the project.

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Postdoc in Antarctic plant phylogenomics (South Africa)

An exciting postdoctoral position to investigate Antarctic terrestrial plant phylogenomics is available at Stellenbosch University (http://academic.sun.ac.za/cib/team/academic/jleroux.asp) and the
University of Johannesburg (http://www.molzoolab.co.za/), South Africa; collaborative project. The successful applicant will be based at Stellenbosch University, but will be expected to spend some time at the University of Johannesburg. The envisaged research will address a major question in modern biology: how has plant life evolved and spread around the Antarctic region, both in the past and currently? This research forms part of an international collaboration: "A Functional Biogeography of the Antarctic (AFBA, see http://antarcticbiogeography.org)" as part of the Antarctic Circumnavigation Expedition (ACE). ACE involves 22 projects, 55 researchers and 19 countries and is the first project of the newly created Swiss Polar Institute.

The successful candidate will be responsible for plant phylogenomic
research on selected taxa from the Antarctic and Southern Ocean Islands.

Using the latest phylogenomic and analytical approaches, the research
aims to shed light on the history of plant life in the region, how it
will respond to environmental change, and what can be done to secure its
future.

Only candidates with demonstrable (i.e. published) skills in next
generation sequencing data analyses with an emphasis on phylogenomics
will be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with previous
postdoctoral research experience and an excellent academic track record
(i.e. publications in international journals). Successful candidates
will be fully funded for 1 y ear, to be extended for an additional 1 to 2
years depending on satisfactory performance. An attractive annual
bursary will be offered along with additional expenses for research,
international travel and subsistence, and conference attendance.

Individuals from all nationalities are eligible.

To apply, please send a CV, contact details for at least two academic
references, and a brief outline of research interests to Prof. Jaco Le
Roux (jleroux@sun.ac.za) and Prof. Bettine van Vuuren
(bettinevv@uj.ac.za) by 28 February 2017. Informal inquiries are
welcome. Review of applications will begin immediately after the closing
date, and short-listed candidates will be contacted to set up
phone/Skype interviews. The envisaged start date for the project would
be March/April 2017.

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Conference “Modern Phylogenetic Comparative Methods and their Application in Evolutionary Biology” Seville, Spain

Dear Colleagues,

 

We are pleased to announce the upcoming conference entitled “Modern Phylogenetic Comparative Methods and their Application in Evolutionary Biology”, which will take place in Seville (Spain) from the 11th-15th November 2014. 

 

Overview:

Phylogenetic comparative methods are now widely used in very diverse fields of evolutionary biology to make robust inferences from interspecific data and phylogenies. Currently, we witness a rapid flourishing of the phylogenetic toolbox allowing researchers to tackle diverse questions concerning the evolution of species and their traits. The conference aims at providing a bouquet of overviews on the most recent developments by the most prominent experts of the comparative methodology, and also at attracting a wide range of contributions from different fields of evolutionary biology to demonstrate how the phylogenetic comparative approach can be used to address an ample array of biological questions in different taxa.

 

The list of invited speakers:

Joe Felsenstein - University of Washington, USA (to be confirmed)

Robert P. Freckleton -University of Sheffield, UK

Thomas F. Hansen - University of Oslo, Norway

Anthony R. Ives - University of Wisconsin-Madison, USA

Emília Martins - Indiana University, USA

Charles L. Nunn - Duke University, USA

Emmanuel Paradis - Institut de Recherche pour le Développement, France

Liam Revell - University of Massachusetts, USA

 

We welcome proposals for talks and posters on any aspect of the application of the phylogenetic comparative methodology that is relevant for making evolutionary inferences. The deadline for applications is the 1st of September.

 

Beside the scientific program, we also organise social events to obtain a unique cultural experience from Andalusia.

 

For more info on the conference and how to apply please go to http://www.mpcm-evolution.org/conference/

 

We look forward to seeing you in Seville!

 

László Zsolt Garamszegi - Estación Biológica de Doñana-CSIC, Spain

Alejandro Gonzalez Voyer - Estación Biológica de Doñana-CSIC, Spain

Carles Vilà - Estación Biológica de Doñana-CSIC, Spain

Juan Arroyo - University of Seville, Spain

the organising committee 

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Postdoctoral Fellow - Insect Phylogenomics (Australia)

The Systematics and Collections Program within CSIRO Ecosystem Sciences
comprises staff and collections resources (traditional research
collections, cryofrozen tissues, sound, data) of the Australian National
Insect Collection (ANIC) and Australian National Wildlife Collection.
Recent years have seen growth in molecular and evolutionary research.
Taxonomic and biogeographical work on Australian terrestrial insects now
embraces morphological and molecular systematics, phylogeography and
population genetics as well as modern approaches to morphology such as
micro-CT Scanning. We wish to continue this growth and see its relevance
maintained with respect to current rapid growth in genomics.  A solid
grounding in collections is still seen as essential to this work.

This is an opportunity for a molecular systematist with a special interest
in insects and phylogenomics to make a substantial contribution to ANIC,
the largest and most significant collection of Australian insects in the
world. The collection is housed in CSIROĒs Ecosystem Sciences, which also
conducts research on many other aspects of insect biology (e.g., ecology,
biocontrol, biosecurity and insects as model genomic systems).

 *Specifically you will:*

   - Work with members of the Systematics and Collections Program in the
   design of experiments to capture genomic-scale datasets in Diptera for
   phylogenetic analysis.
   - Publish findings in peer-reviewed key journals.
   - Help build CSIROĒs research collections in insect diversity

*Location:      *Black Mountain, ACT
*Salary:          *$78K -$85K plus up till 15.4% superannuation
*Ref no:       *   ACT12/03446
*Tenure:        *3 year term
CSIRO prefers all applications to be lodged via our Online Careers Portal.
Please visit our website
at http://www.csiro.au/careers, under "Positions Vacant" search for
Reference Number: ACT12/03446

For more information contact:
Dr David Yeates
Director, Australian National Insect Collection
CSIRO Ecosystem Sciences
Adjunct Professor, The Australian National University

david.yeates@csiro.au

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